NB2700 User Manual
5.7.8. SSH/Telnet Server
Apart from the Web Manager, the SSH and Telnet services can be used to log into the
system. Valid users include root and admin as well as additional users as they can be
created in the User Accounts section. Please note, that a regular system shell will only
be provided for the root user, the CLI will be launched for any other user whereas normal
users will only be able to view status values, the admin user will obtain privileges to
modify the system.
Figure 5.43.: SSH and Telnet Server
Please note that these services will be accessible from the WAN interface also. In doubt,
please consider to disable or restrict access to them by applying applicable firewall rules.
The following parameters can be applied to the Telnet service:
Administrative status: Whether the Telnet service is enabled or disabled
Server port: The TCP port of the service (usually 23)
The following parameters can be applied to the SSH service:
Administrative status: Whether the SSH service is enabled or disabled
Server port: The TCP port of the service (usually 22)
Disable password-based login: By turning on this option, all users will have to authen-
ticate by SSH keys which can be uploaded to the router.
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